Things to do in  Diani Beach

There are plenty of great activities to do in Diani Beach, though many visitors come here just to laze on the sand. Camel rides on the beach are popular, as are swimming, snorkeling, and glass-bottom boat rides. The nightlife scene is decent, too; plenty of beach parties kick off around sunset.

Yes, Diani Beach is safe for tourists. The area is reliant on tourism, and most visitors feel comfortable walking around on the beach and in town. You may run into some solicitors, whose persistence can be annoying, but you’re unlikely to find yourself in harm’s way if you take normal precautions.

There are a few ways to get to Diani Beach from Nairobi. Jambojet offers regular flights between the two cities (the journey takes around 75 minutes). You can also fly or take a train to Mombasa, an hour’s drive from Diani, or drive all the way from Nairobi, which takes about eight hours.

Swahili Beach Resort is one of the highest-rated beachfront resorts in Diani Beach, with palatial grounds, Swahili-style stucco rooms, and a massive centerpiece tiered pool that leads out to the beach. Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort, which has its own 18-hole golf course, is another great option.

Yes, there is good shopping in Diani Beach. While you won’t find much in terms of designer shops, there are some boutiques around town, as well as plenty of vendors who sell crafts and paintings (Kenyan wildlife is a common theme). Many artists also sell mobiles featuring hand-painted wooden birds.

Yes, most people speak English in Diani Beach, generally with a high degree of fluency. English is one of the official languages of Kenya (along with Swahili), so you’ll find that many people attended English-medium schools and thus speak English at the native or near-native level.